Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat the pan by placing a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat for about a minute.
- Melt the butter in the heated pan until frothy and light golden, about 2-3 minutes.
- Sauté the finely chopped shallot in the melted butter for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of brandy, allowing the alcohol to evaporate for 1-2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and add a cup of heavy cream, whisking continuously for 3-4 minutes.
- Whisk in freshly cracked black peppercorns and simmer for 5-8 minutes to thicken.
- Season the sauce with salt and white pepper to taste, stirring as necessary.
- Strain the sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl or saucepan.
- Serve the sauce immediately over grilled steak, roasted chicken, or pan-seared fish.
Nutrition
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.
